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84º | 10% chance of precipitation
Sunrise 7:43 a.m. | Sunset 7:19 p.m.
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Editor’s Note
If you’re out and about today and find yourself in need of a drink — we’ve all been there — there’s a new cocktail bar to check out. Stitch is located inside Clayton & Crume in NuLu.
 
Top Stories
Knotted tree with various trinkets.

6 Halloween events in Louisville | It’s that time of year. From a Halloween-themed cruise on the Belle of Louisville to a Victorian ghost tour, we’ve got six events that are a ghoulish experience, guaranteed.

the exterior of the bardstown road puclic house

Pints & Union is moving to Bardstown Road | The New Albany, IN bar + Indian food eatery is heading for the Highlands, into the former Against the Grain Public House space. We looked back at the history of the building — there’s been a lot of beer here.

A crowd gathers in front of a large brick building.

Remembering the Belknap building implosion from 1993 | This week marked the 31st anniversary of a memorable day in Louisville history. Sylvester Stallone, Wesley Snipes, Sandra Bullock, and a live MTV broadcast were on site to say goodbye to a historic downtown Louisville building, on Oct. 3 1993.
 
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Events
This Weekend
  • BowmanFest | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Bowman Field | $15+ | See historic planes + military vehicles up close, then get a bird’s eye view of Derby City during a ride in a plane or helicopter.
  • ThriftCon | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | 10 a.m.-5 p.m. | Kentucky Expo Center | $14+ | Shop 140+ vintage vendors from all over the country.
  • Saint James Court Art Show | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | Times vary | Old Louisville | Free | Shop hundreds of artists at the 68th annual edition of this Louisville tradition, a nationally recognized, juried fine arts fair.
  • 26th Annual Louisville Unfair | Saturday, Oct. 5-Sunday, Oct. 6 | 10 a.m.-6 p.m. | Magnolia Bar | Free | This edgy, alternative art festival features unconventional artists and musicians.
  • Nulu Tequila Fest | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 3-9 p.m. | Galaxie | $32+ | Learn about new tequilas and mezcals, eat Mexican street food, and enjoy DJ music.
  • An Evening with Elijah Wald | Saturday, Oct. 5 | 5 p.m. | The Last Refuge | $10 | Sip whiskey and listen to a discussion with Elijah Wald, author of a book about Bob Dylan, then hear Dylan tunes performed live
Plan Ahead
  • Germantown Oktoberfest | Friday, Oct. 11 | 4-10 p.m. | Hauck’s Corner | Free | Three blocks of Goss Avenue will be shut down for a block party, featuring a stein holding contest, weiner dog races, and more.
  • The Belknap Fall Festival | Friday, Oct. 11-Saturday, Oct. 12 | Times vary | The Douglass Loop | Free | Celebrate the season with over 100 artists, vendors, food + beer stands, live music, and more.
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News Notes
Traffic
  • A one-mile stretch of East Jefferson Street will open to two-way traffic tomorrow. The $3.2 million project to convert the stretch of East Jefferson — between Baxter Avenue and Brook Street — began in March and was completed earlier this week.
Sports
  • The NCAA has selected the KFC Yum! Center to host first and second round games of the 2027 NCAA Men’s Basketball Tournament. Additionally, the University of Louisville will host the 2026 NCAA Field Hockey Championship on campus at Trager Stadium.
Try This
  • An Oscar Meyer Weinermobile will be in Derby City this weekend. It will park its buns at the Walmart on Whittington Parkway today and at the Oldham Gardens Oktoberfest tomorrow. See the full schedule — and tag us on social media if you spot it.
Listen
  • The No. 22 Cards face a new conference foe today. They take on SMU at 12 p.m. at L&N Stadium. Get game ready with coverage, analysis, insights, interviews, and more from local experts of the Louisville Cardinals with Locked On’s daily podcasts.
Number
  • $3.21. That’s how much a gallon of gas costs in Louisville right now. Read more about the cost of living in Louisville, including the median household income, and average cost of healthcare and groceries.
Regional
  • If you’re a Louisvillian, you know to be prepared to answer the question, “What high school did you go to?” Here are all the unwritten rules locals should know about the city, according to LOUtoday readers.
Travel
  • Want to make sure your next vacation takes off without a hitch? Check out our guide to the Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport for a full food rundown and to know just how early you should arrive to get through security. Bon voyage.
     
    City Guide
     

    Meet me at the Big Four Bridge
    Pedestrian bridge with rainbow lights.
    Explore the Big Four Bridge after sundown to see this landmark illuminated.  | Photo by Jacob Zimmer
    We’ve all been there: Someone’s trying to give you directions by describing 10 lefts, 20 rights, and a jumble of cardinal directions. Isn’t it easier to just point out a landmark?

    That’s exactly what we’re doing. We have 16 of the most recognizable landmarks in Derby City. Not only are these local icons easy to remember, but they’ll also get you where you need to go in a jiffy.

    Big Four Bridge
    Address: 1101 River Rd.
    Nearby: Waterfront Park, Lynn Family Stadium, Dave Armstrong Extreme Park, Against the Grain

    Before visitors could walk across this half-mile pedestrian bridge connecting Waterfront Park to downtown Jeffersonville, IN, it was a functioning railroad bridge. In use from 1895, the bridge sat untouched from 1969 until it opened as the Big Four in 2013.

    Fun fact: The LED lighting system wrapped around the iron fretwork can be programmed for special events.
     
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    An autumn door wreath made of silk. Crafted with life-like foliage, berries, and pumpkins, this wreath will welcome the fall season and give a festive touch to your home.
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